insert_link World US to build Gaza port for aid deliveries US President Joseph Biden will announce in his State of the Union speech that US forces will create a temporary port on Gaza's coast to increase humanitarian aid deliveries. Biden has been under pressure from within his own party to do more to alleviate the suffering of Palestinians stuck in the Gaza Strip. From Washington, Nick Harper reports . todayMarch 8, 2024 23
insert_link South Africa SA’s President Ramaphosa Issues Warning Against Election Violence and Vows Arrests for Instigators South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has issued a stern warning, stating that individuals inciting election violence will face arrest. This comes in response to threats of bloodshed by the uMkhonto we Sizwe Party in KwaZulu-Natal if denied participation in the upcoming May 29 polls. Earlier today, supporters of the MK party attempted to disrupt the opening of the presidential imbizo in Emalahleni, Mpumalanga, with provocative chants, prompting the President to […] todayMarch 8, 2024 6
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW:: Ndumba Kamwanya Shares Insights on Quick Poll Between SWAPO and PDM In a recent interview, Eng Ndumba Kamwanya provided valuable insights into a quick poll conducted between Namibia's ruling party, SWAPO, and the opposition party, PDM. Kamwanya's analysis sheds light on the dynamics influencing public opinion in the lead-up to the elections. Ndumba Kamwanya commenced the discussion by acknowledging the relevance of the question. He stated, "Good morning. Yes, a good question, but it is obvious that the ruling party, SWAPO, […] todayMarch 8, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Ndumba Kamwanya Unveils Intriguing Insights from Quick Poll Between SWAPO and PDM In a recent interview, local political analyst Ndumba Kamwanya provided valuable yet interesting insights into a quick poll conducted between Namibia's ruling party, SWAPO, and the opposition party, PDM. We asked "Which political party would win if a quick poll was carried out today the 8th of March 2024?" todayMarch 8, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia International Women’s Day sees Otjiwarongo as epicenter for today’s events For this year's International Women's Day, Otjiwarongo will be the epicenter of a powerful movement led by the Women's Leadership Center, the Young Feminist Movement Namibia, and One Billion Rising Namibia. Hillary Shiimi of the Young Feminist Movement says the event, named the Blood March, aims to raise awareness. todayMarch 8, 2024 4
insert_link 1 Namibia National Disability Council of Namibia acknowledges remarkable contributions of individuals and groups The National Disability Council of Namibia acknowledges and highlights the remarkable contributions of individuals, groups, and organizations committed to fostering inclusivity. These awardees are actively working towards building a Namibian society where individuals with disabilities are esteemed, respected, and can actively contribute to their communities. Simon Kauluma of the NDCN. Insert: Simon Kauluma member of the NDCN todayMarch 8, 2024 19 1
insert_link World US lawmakers set to pass bill to avoid gvt shutdown Lawmakers in the United States Congress are close to passing a bill that would avert an imminent partial government shutdown. The breakthrough came late on Wednesday night, when the House of Representatives — the lower chamber — voted to approve a $467bn spending package. The bill now goes to the Senate, the upper chamber, where leaders have vowed to back the measure "with time to spare." From Washington, Benji Hyer […] todayMarch 8, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa City of Tshwane’s Emergency Services Department has advised communities to stay vigilant on Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms The City of Tshwane's Emergency Services Department has advised communities to stay vigilant as a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms with strong winds, hail, and heavy rain has been issued. The city's Lindela Mashigo says the impact may include flooding, vehicle accidents, power failures, falling trees, and damage from hail: todayMarch 8, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Fishrot Fallout: Former Namsov Fisherman Continues Job Hunt Years After Quota Diversion Former Namsov fisherman, Thomas Haimbala, who lost his job years ago due to the Fishrot saga, is still struggling to find employment. The Fishrot scandal involved the diversion of quotas from Namsov Fishing Enterprises, leading to the loss of jobs for Haimbala and 1,000 other fishing industry workers. In a recent report by the Institute for Public Policy Research titled 'The Ones That Suffered the Most,' Haimbala expressed his financial […] todayMarch 8, 2024 18
